Saturday, May 29, 2021
- Memorial Day Remembrance at George Ranch Historical Park – George Ranch Historical Park hosts a Memorial Day Remembrance with a high noon gun salute and wreath laying to recognize fallen soldiers. Other activities will include baking demonstrations, crafts, and a donut eating contest where the winner takes home the Golden Cowboy Boot Trophy. $15 for ages 13 to 64; $10 for ages 4 to 12; $12 for ages 65 and up. 9am to 5pm.
- Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Drive at CityCentre | FREE – Do your part to help save the lives of fellow Houstonians by donating to Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center at CityCentre. Each donation will be tested for COVID-19 antibodies. 10am to 2pm.
- Art Outdoors: Garden Tours at Rienzi Gardens | FREE – Enjoy a self-paced garden tour of outdoor sculptures and architectural elements at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston’s house museum for European decorative arts. 10am to noon.
- Basement To Attic Tours of the 1892 Bishop’s Palace – Get a unique view of Galveston history with a top-to-bottom look at a historic landmark that includes areas that would be typically off-limits. $30 and tours are limited to eight people. 11am to 12:30pm.
- Lucky Gnocchi Day at Piola – Enjoy an all-you-can-eat gnocchi special when Piola in Midtown and Memorial hosts the pasta-themed special, served in a variety of sauces, inspired by stories about the lucky gnocchi tradition. All-you-can-eat gnocchi is $15.95 per person. 11am to 9pm.
- Segundo Crawfish Festival & Market at Segundo Coffee Lab | No Cover – Get your mudbug fix while shopping from local vendors, enjoying music from live DJs, bounce house fun and more, when Segundo Coffee Lab hosts an afternoon festival and market. Noon to 6pm.
- Beer Can Fishing at Little Woodrow’s EaDo – Catch all the Texas craft beers you can while playing a game of Beer Can Fishing at Little Woodrow’s EaDo. $5 per game. 1pm to 3pm.
- Drop-In Experience: Art Term Tongue Twisters at CAMH | FREE – Get yourself acquainted with art-term tongue twisters, then make one of your own at the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston. 1pm to 4pm.
- Brooklyn Twang Fest at Continental Club – Head to Midtown and jam out to bands like the NYC-based Luba Dvorak & The Brooklyn Twang, local act Blaggards, beloved guitarist The Mighty Orq, and more at the Brooklyn Twang Fest at Continental Club. $22. 1pm to 10pm.
- Family Magic & Comedy for All Ages with Carter Blackburn at Houston Improv – Carter Blackburn’s magic and comedy creates a memorable afternoon for the entire family. Enjoy a mixture of high energy magic, illusions, juggling, sleight of hand, danger, and lots of audience interaction at Houston Improv. This show is appropriate for all ages. Tickets are $20 for a table for 2; $40 for a table for 4; $60 for a table for 6. 2pm.
- Pride Houston Presents: Spring Soiree on the Runway at Interio Bar – Join Pride Houston at Interio for a Pride Party benefiting Rock the Runway at the annual LGBTQ+ Fashion Show. $10 in advance; $15 at the door. 2pm to 6pm.
- ’80s Disco Night at Cedar Creek Bar & Grill | No Cover – Take a time machine to a different era when Cedar Creek Bar & Grill hosts an ’80s Disco Night featuring games, food and drink specials, and ’80s disco tunes courtesy of Denverado and DJ Melodic. 6pm to 9pm.
- CineSpace Short Films at The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park | FREE – Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for an evening of curated short films inspired by NASA archive footage, followed by music from DJ Flash Gordon Parks at this collaborative short film showcase by NASA and Houston Cinema Arts Society. 7pm.
- Lvvrs in Concert at Warehouse Live – Watch a live performance from rock ‘n’ roll band Lvvrs at Warehouse Live. Camera Cult, Deniz Love, and more open the show. $12. 7pm.
- Houston Dash vs. Chicago Red Stars at BBVA Stadium – Watch as the Houston Dash take to the pitch to battle it out against ex-Dash striker Kealia Watt and the Chicago Red Stars at BBVA Stadium in EaDo. $15. 7:30pm.
- The Riot Comedy Show presents Cipha Sounds at Rudyard’s British Pub – Hit Montrose for a double dose of comedy when NYC comedian, DJ, and TV personality Cipha Sounds headlines The Riot Comedy Show at Rudyard’s British Pub. $15. Shows at 7:30pm and 10pm.
- H-Town Memorial Day Mayhem featuring Lil Durk, Trae Tha Truth, 2 Chainz, and More at Toyota Center – Music returns to center stage at Toyota Center with a stacked hip-hop lineup featuring Lil Durk, 2 Chainz, Trae Tha Truth, Yung Bleu and many more. $79 to $230, but you may find better, cheaper, or hard-to-get tickets using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 8pm.
- The Philadelphia Soul Sound at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE | Virtual Option – Get down to the classic soul sounds of Philly when the hits of The O’Jays, The Spinners, Dionne Warwick, and Teddy Pendergrass come alive to the lush instrumentation of Community Music Center of Houston. Enjoy it in person or via virtual livestream. Seating in the covered area requires free tickets that can be ordered online or at the box office. Seating on the hill is free and does not require tickets. 8:30pm.
- Space Kiddettes and Mother Ghost in Concert at Red Dwarf HTX – Catch a set from local indie pop duo Space Kiddettes, along with openers Mother Ghost at Red Dwarf HTX in Midtown. 9pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Memorial Day Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston Memorial Day Weekend are happening all weekend long. Click here to see our list, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum passes, tours, and more.
Sunday, May 30, 2021
- Run Houston! at University of Houston-Clear Lake | Virtual Option – Lace up your running shoes for a return to the finishing line as the Run Houston! series gets underway with an in-person 10K, 5K, and Kids K, along with virtual options for those who feel more comfortable running their own course. Registration starts at $50 for 5K and all virtual races; $60 for 10K; $40 for Kids K. Start times are staggered from 7am to 7:30am; runners will have the chance to sign up for their time the week of the race.
- Eat Up Houston by HTX Market in Northside | No Cover – At this bi-weekly, food-forward market, visitors can explore artisan booths and grab bites from some of Houston’s tastiest food vendors, including Muiishi’s, Acai Brasil, Cassava Kitchen, and Bovine & Barley. 11am to 4pm.
- Bark In the Park and Bellaire Open Air Market at Evelyn’s Park | No Cover – Shop from local vendors at a monthly artisan and small business market that you can enjoy with your pup, or bring one home from rescue organizations on site at Evelyn’s Park. Noon to 4pm.
- Tacos for America at Southern Star Brewing Co. – Spend your afternoon enjoying live music, a market of local vendors, kids activities, and multiple taco trucks competing to be the best taco in H-Town at this tasty event in Conroe. $7 for general admission. Noon to 7pm.
- Memorial Day Weekend Rooftop Party at Le Méridien – Start your summer with rooftop views, cocktails paired with lite bites, music, and more at Le Méridien in Downtown. Free with RSVP; VIP tables for four and guaranteed entry are $25. Noon to 9:30pm.
- Houston Bike & Brew Circuit at Holler Brewing Co. | No Cover – Visit five local breweries including Eureka, Platypus, New Magnolia, and more on a bike ride where stopping by 4 of the 5 breweries will get you a commemorative pint glass. Food and drinks are on you. Noon.
- Creative’s Market at Axelrad | No Cover – Grab a pint or a cocktail while you shop from local artists, makers and more while enjoying Axelrad’s hammock and beer garden in Midtown. 2pm to 7pm.
- DJ Dillon Francis at Clé Houston – Welcome to the stage electronic musician, record producer, and DJ, Dillon Francis, when he stops through Clé Houston in Midtown to spin for their Summer Sessions Pool Party Series. $45. 2pm to 8pm.
- Memorial Weekend MusicFest at Numbers Nightclub – Party it up with Numbers Nightclub in Montrose, when they host a Memorial Day weekend festival featuring performances by ZombieFace, Witness To The Fallen, 2 Minute Warning and more. $10. 5pm.
- Vaqueros Cup at Houston Polo Club – Watch as two teams compete on the pitch during a world class polo match at the Vaqueros Cup, complete with a player parade, expert announcing, live music, and a champagne divot stomp at halftime. $32.50; $15 for ages 12 and under. Grandstand boxes, which include seating for 2 to 20 guests, range from $79 to $695. 5pm.
- Memorial Day at Town Green Park in the Woodlands | FREE – Commemorate the ultimate sacrifice of those who lost their lives while serving the United States at this evening event featuring live music, children’s activities, strolling entertainers, and more at Town Green Park in the Woodlands. A dazzling fireworks extravaganza caps off the night. Food and drink will be available for purchase. 5pm to 9pm.
- The 8th Wonder Comedy Hour at The Secret Group – Throw back a pint or two while laughing yourself silly at the 8th Wonder Comedy Hour, featuring draft beers and stand-up comedy hosted by Josh Stokes at the Secret Group in EaDo. $5 to $8. 6pm to 8pm.
- 8th Annual Memorial Day Sunday Bash at Capitol Bar | No Cover – Party it up on the biggest patio in Midtown this Memorial Day Weekend when Capitol Sundaze presents a fun-filled evening featuring sets from six of Houston’s best DJs, party favors, patriotic hats, hookah, delectable eats like tacos and burgers, VIP bottle service options and more at the 8th annual Memorial Day Sunday Bash. Bottles are $100 before 9pm with a reservation. 7pm to 2am.
- The Gumbo Jam at Darwin’s Pub | No Cover – Kick back while dining and jamming out to the laid back sounds of Team Horn Section when they take to the stage at Darwin’s Pub for a Louisiana-inspired jam off of Washington Ave. 8pm.
- Jeezy at Arena Theatre – After dropping The Recession 2 in November 2020, a day after squashing long-held beef with Gucci Mane over Verzuz, Jeezy is back on the road to share tracks from his 12th studio album, as well as popular fan faves. $99 to over $125, but you may find better, cheaper, or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 8:30pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Memorial Day Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston Memorial Day Weekend are happening all weekend long. Click here to see our list, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum passes, tours, and more.
Memorial Day, Monday, May 31, 2021
- Memorial Day 10K, 5K, and Kids K at Houston Running Co. in Cypress | Virtual Option – The Memorial Day holiday race will send runners down the specialized course at Houston Running Co. at 10K, 5K, and Kids K lengths. Finishers medals and shirts are available for 10K and Kids K participants. Registration (in-person and virtual) is $40 for 5K; $50 for 10K; $20 for Kids K or Family Walk. 7:30am.
- Memorial Day at Houston National Cemetery | FREE – Honor fallen war heroes at the Houston National Cemetery, operated by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. 8am.
- Remembering Our Fallen Memorial Ceremony at Bay Area Veterans Memorial in Seabrook | FREE – In honor of the fallen veterans that made the ultimate sacrifice, the City of Seabrook presents a memorial ceremony at Bay Area Veterans Memorial to remember those who lost their lives and reflect on their service. 9am to 10am.
- Memorial Day Ceremony at Galveston Naval Museum | FREE – Pay tribute to fallen veterans with a ceremony that includes a bagpipes memorial, tolling the boats ceremony, Taps bugler, keynote speech by U.S. Representative Randy Weber, and veteran-guided tours of the USS Cavalla and USS Stewart. Free museum admission and included parking from 9am to noon.
- City of Friendswood Memorial Day Celebration | FREE – The City of Friendswood presents a Memorial Day ceremony that includes patriotic music, a tribute to each branch of the military, a group photograph of Friendswood military veterans and active duty personnel. 10am to 11am.
- Memorial Day Ceremony at Sugar Land Memorial Park | FREE – Observe Memorial Day with patriotic vendors and booths, an official ceremony commencement, and a raising of the flag when the City of Sugar Land hosts their 13th Annual Sugar Land Memorial Day Ceremony at Sugar Land Memorial Park. 10am to noon.
- Memorial Day Observance & Park Dedication at Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park | FREE – Honor those who have served in the U.S. military when Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park in Conroe hosts an observance this Memorial Day Weekend. 11am.
- Memorial Day at the Square at Memorial City | FREE – Memorial City Mall hosts a commemoration that features a patriotic presentation of colors and a flyover by the Commemorative Air Force. Afterward, enjoy live music, face painting, balloon art, and other surprises. 11am to 2pm.
- Memorial Day Fest at Buffalo Soldiers National Museum | FREE – Commemorate fallen soldiers when Buffalo Soldiers National Museum hosts its Memorial Day Fest featuring veteran-owned vendors, kids activities, a BBQ food truck, photos with troopers and more. Noon to 4pm.
- Memorial Day Backyard BBQ at B-52 Brewing | No Cover – Chow down on delicious BBQ with sides and more or participate in a sixteen-team cornhole tournament at B-52 Brewing’s beer garden in Conroe. Noon to 6pm.
- Houston Astros vs. Boston Red Sox at Minute Maid Park – Cheer on the ‘Stros as they step up to the plate for a four-game series against the Boston Red Sox at Minute Maid Park in Downtown. $15 to more than $175, but you may find better or cheaper seats on the TicketNetwork marketplace. 3:10pm.
- Memorial Day Monday Celebration at Lincoln Bar – Commemorate Memorial Day on Washington Ave when Lincoln Bar hosts a party featuring tasty BBQ, tacos, mimosas, Bloody Mary’s, contests, multiple DJs, and more. $10. 4pm.
- Punchline Monday at Axelrad Beer Garden | No Cover – Grab a cold one and spread out at the outdoor beer garden in Historic Third Ward, where you’ll laugh yourself silly to stand-up sets from local talent in this weekly comedy series hosted by Jeff Joe. 8pm.
- Cruella Movie Screening at Moonstruck Drive In – Bring the whole family out for a drive-in screening of the new live-action release, Cruella, starring Emma Stone and following the evil exploits of the 101 Dalmatians villain. $30 per vehicle. 8:30pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Memorial Day Weekend Long– Some of the biggest things to do in Houston Memorial Day Weekend are happening all weekend long. Click here to see our list, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum passes, tours, and more.
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